Morgaon Village - Arjuni Morgaon, Gondia
Morgaon is a village situated in the Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from Arjuni Morgaon and around 85 km from Gondiya. Moregaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morgaon is 538289. The village covers a total geographical area of 525.83 hectares and falls under the 441701 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Morgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morgaon
As per Census 2011, Morgaon village has a total population of 2,020 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 1,014 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,439 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 231 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,020 | 1,006 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 91 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 320 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,439 | 814 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 192 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Morgaon
Morgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Doma | East | 1.72 km |
| Arjuni | West | 1.83 km |
| Nilaj | South | 1.86 km |
| Pathari (rithi) | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Malkanpur | South | 3.09 km |
| Arattondi | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Khairi | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Tadgaon | West | 4.79 km |
| Mahalgaon | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Mahurkuda | South | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morgaon
Morgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arjuni, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Morgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gondiya to Morgaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Morgaon
Where is Morgaon located?
Morgaon village is located in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Morgaon is Moregaon.
What is the pincode of Morgaon?
The pincode of Morgaon is 441701.
What is the population of Morgaon?
Morgaon has a total population of 2,020, including 1,006 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Morgaon?
There are 505 households in Morgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Morgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morgaon is 71.24%. Male literacy is 80.91% and female literacy is 61.64%.